What degree is actually worth going back for at 44

I'm 44 too and went back for nursing about five years ago, so I get the worry about making it worth your time and money. Let me tell you, the programs that actually paid off for me and my friends were ones where there was real job demand, like healthcare, tech certifications, and skilled trades. Before you pick anything, look at what jobs are actually hiring in your area and what they're paying, because that makes all the difference. I'm happy to talk through specific fields if you want to know what worked for us.